Black Swan Class Sloops: Detailed in the Original Builders' Plans

An illustrated reference featuring the superbly drawn plans for these highly effective anti-submarine ships.

The technical details of British warships were recorded in a set of plans produced by the builders on completion of every ship. Known as the “as fitted” general arrangements, these drawings represented the exact appearance and fitting of the ship as it entered service. Intended to provide a permanent reference for the Admiralty and the dockyards, these plans were drawn with exquisit...